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Hermanos Flores Gardening
4.5(
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Serving Knights-landing, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My extensive project entailed new sod, irrigation, plantings and rock in the front yard. In the back yard, demo of a small patio, and pouring of a huge decorative concrete surface, plus new sod and irrigation. I plan to hire Alex next year to revamp the flower beds in the back as that piece had to wait. Alex and his team were absolutely outstanding. Attention to detail, such as the drainage system, and overall expertise resulted in a complete transformation. Pricing was competitive. Alex was very pleasant to work with. He listens and offers professional guidance. I highly recommend Hermanos Flores Gardening."
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Forever Green Cali
4.8(
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Serving Knights-landing, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had such a wonderful and smooth experience with Yasmine of ForeverGreen. She was so informative and was there at every step of the way — communication is huge for me and she excelled at it! 10/10 would recommend and hire them again!"
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+230

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Spectrum One
4.4(
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Serving Knights-landing, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It was great honestly. They came out, took a look at the problem, found the problem and promplty fixed it. The plumbing was drastic, and they worked on it really hard. My wife is loving her new kitchen, and I am loving that I had to put in minimal effort. The base boards and the tile look great, Im not even getting into the kitchen cabinets- those are just amazing. Not sure what company they used for their cabinets, but great quality stuff. A+, will do work with them again."
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+25

Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Jerson Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Knights-landing, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It went well. Crew was on time and very clean. I am used to having to pick up after crews but not these guys. Fair price and attention to detail. We then had him do a second project of installing flag stone. Owner is the site guy too and detail oriented. They will be back for some concrete work next month. Only issue I had was communication language barrier. Luckily my wife speaks Spanish so it worked out well."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sierra Sunscreens & Patio Covers
4.4(
42
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Serving Knights-landing, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had an old patio cover that needed replacing, so I contacted several companies and received bids. We chose Sierra Sunscreen--nobody else came even close to Dan's professionalism and expertise, and the quality of what he offered. He was extremely easy to work with, spent a lot of time helping us decide on the details, and his price was very competitive. His installers were courteous, efficient, timely, and the quality of their work more than met my expectations. I would highly recommend Sierra Sunscreens."
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Estabrook Tree Care
4.4(
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Serving Knights-landing, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eddie and his crew were on time and performed exactly the work outlined in his bid.  They were professional and completed the job in an afternoon.  I will most definitely use Eddie for future tree work.  He is great!!!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pacific West Asphalt
4.5(
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Serving Knights-landing, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Owner and crew were great, very professional. Great work and time was better than expected. Paul did more than he said and his crew went above and beyond replacing my driveway!"
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Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project

+42

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Zoe Landscaping
4.6(
23
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Serving Knights-landing, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Good work on the pathway and lighting. They also graciously did extra work such as installing screens on a rain gutter and building a pergola. However, with the pergola, I did ask for a white polycarbonate roof panels and they installed transparent panels."
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Mejia's All In Construction
4.6(
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Serving Knights-landing, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Robert and his partner did an absolutely amazing job on our new fence. This was not an easy project, and they handled it with professional and in a very timely manner. We are beyond pleased with the outcome of the project."
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Response time3 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Knights-landing, CA

Seeding costs less up front, but you’ll wait months—and sometimes a full season—for the grass to fill in. Sod costs more per square foot, yet it gives you an instant, usable lawn the day it’s installed and needs far less care during the first year. 

If speed and early curb appeal matter, the higher sod price is often worth it; if you’re watching every dollar and don’t mind the wait, seed can still be a smart play.

Start by sketching your lawn and breaking it into rectangles or circles. Measure each section, multiply length by width, and then add all the sections together for the total square footage. Standard sod rolls are two feet by 1.5 feet, and one pallet covers 450 square feet. 

Divide your total area by 450 to see how many pallets you need, then round up—extras come in handy for cutting around curves or mistakes. Still unsure? A local sod supplier or installer can confirm your math before you order.

Most sod grips the soil within 10 to 14 days. During that stretch, keep foot traffic to a minimum and mow only if the grass gets tall. After two weeks, the roots should be strong enough for light use, but wait six weeks before heavy play or frequent mowing. Giving the grass that short honeymoon helps it anchor firmly and sets the stage for a durable, healthy lawn.

Give your new lawn two full weeks before any foot traffic, then stick to light use only. Hold off on vigorous play, parties, or regular mowing until the six-week mark so the roots can dig deep. Keep watering on schedule and watch for any dry patches. A little patience now means stronger turf and fewer repairs later.

Keep an eye on color, moisture, and even growth. Fresh sod should stay uniformly green; brown spots or gaps hint at dry soil or poor contact. Water deeply at least once a day for the first week (more in hot weather) and back off gradually after the roots take. Avoid heavy foot traffic until the grass feels firmly anchored. Quick attention to trouble spots now prevents costly patches later.

Aim for spring or early fall when daytime temps hover between 55°F and 80°F. Mild weather and consistent moisture help the roots knit quickly. Laying sod in midsummer can stress the grass, while frozen winter soil blocks rooting altogether. 

If you must install outside the ideal window, budget extra time for watering and tending to the turf. Choosing the right season makes the job easier and the lawn tougher.

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